Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 1 to Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3

Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 1 to Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3

Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 1
Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3
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Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 1 to Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3 Destination Reviews

LK
Leonid K
The chairs are not comfortable and there is no place for legs. The driver was no punctual and didn't make even 1 stop during the journey. If you cab, choose another option of transportation.
Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 1 to Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3, Bus Express Combo, GreenBus (กรีนบัส (รถเขียว)), Oct 22, 2026
JB
Joanne B
Road is under construction in some places, added to the length of the journey Chiang Mai - Chiang Rai. Still a safe economical journey. Driver handle the roads & stops well. Conductor managed the tickets and seating. They tell you to be a hour early was both times - little unnecessary … but don’t be late!
Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 1 to Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3, Bus Express, GreenBus (กรีนบัส (รถเขียว)), Oct 21, 2026
AC
Andela C
This is absolutely the WORST service we booked on this site. Incredibly unprofessional. The day before our transfer, I tried contacting them on both numbers that were provided not getting a reply from either. At 8 pm we receive a text message from a third number (which was not provided by 12go) requesting pictures of our passports and saying that if we don’t send them soon the bus will be fully booked (mind you, we already paid for this transfer). After sending them the passport numbers we were given a 4th contact number, which said that our transfer would be at 10:45. The transfer we paid for was supposed to be at 9 am. Then they told us they will pick us up at 10 am. 10 am comes and they are not arriving of course. At 10:10 they said they will arrive at 10:20. And at 10:20 they said they will arrive at 10:30. After driving in the Van for a few minutes they switched us to a regular bus. We booked a Van not a bus!!!! Absolutely awful experience!!!
Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 1 to Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3, Van Van, Yortdoy Travel (ยอดดอย ทราเวล), Oct 20, 2026
TO
Trisha O
On time, clean bus, good driver.
Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 1 to Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3, Bus VIP, GreenBus (กรีนบัส (รถเขียว)), Oct 13, 2026
TS
Tobias S
Driver drove quite fast but also had to break a lot causing us to feel somewhat nauseous
Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 1 to Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3, Bus Express, GreenBus (กรีนบัส (รถเขียว)), Oct 9, 2026
KD
Katherine D
Bus was old and the ride was bumpy. Seats are small. My neighbor was a big guy who took 1/4 of my seat. Made for a very cramped and uncomfortable ride. AC was good Bathroom was terrible - no light, very basic Recommend the Green EV busses Much bigger and much more modern
Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 1 to Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3, Bus Express, GreenBus (กรีนบัส (รถเขียว)), Sep 30, 2026
MR
Melanie R
Very old bus, but nice driver, arrived in time
Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 1 to Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3, Bus Express, GreenBus (กรีนบัส (รถเขียว)), Sep 26, 2026
JB
Joanne B
The driver was so kind, he drop us where we asked and he also stop for a break where we wanted. Perfect driver. 100% recommend
Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 1 to Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3, Van VIP Minivan, Pai Friendly Tour, Sep 24, 2026
FJ
Francisco J
The bus was very old, very dirty, and everything could really be improved.
Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 1 to Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3, Bus Express Combo, GreenBus (กรีนบัส (รถเขียว)), Sep 15, 2026
FJ
Francisco J
Judy in time
Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 1 to Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3, Bus Express, GreenBus (กรีนบัส (รถเขียว)), Sep 14, 2026
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Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 1 to Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3 Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Bus
GreenBus
Express
07:30
11:15
$8.45
  4.2
Bus
GreenBus
VIP
08:00
11:20
$12.81
  4.5
Bus
GreenBus
Express
08:30
12:15
$8.45
  4.2
Bus
GreenBus
Express
09:00
12:45
$7.86
  4.2
Bus
GreenBus
VIP
09:30
12:50
$12.22
  4.5
Bus
GreenBus
VIP
10:00
13:20
$12.81
  4.5
Bus
GreenBus
Express
10:25
13:55
$8.45
  4.2
Bus
GreenBus
VIP
10:45
14:05
$12.81
  4.5
Bus
GreenBus
Express
11:15
15:05
$6.14
  4.0
Bus
GreenBus
Express
11:45
15:30
$7.86
  4.3
Bus
GreenBus
Express
12:15
16:00
$7.86
  4.2
Bus
GreenBus
Express
12:45
16:30
$7.86
  4.2
Bus
GreenBus
Express
13:15
17:00
$7.86
  4.2
Bus
GreenBus
VIP
14:30
17:50
$12.22
  4.5
Bus
GreenBus
Express
15:00
18:45
$8.45
  4.2
Bus
GreenBus
Express
15:30
19:15
$7.86
  4.2
Bus
GreenBus
Express
16:00
19:45
$8.45
  4.2
Bus
GreenBus
Express
16:30
20:15
$7.86
  4.2
Bus
GreenBus
Express
17:00
20:45
$7.86
  4.2
Bus
GreenBus
Express
17:30
21:15
$7.86
  4.2

How to get from Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 1 to Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3

When you want to get from Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 1 to Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Flight
  • Bus
  • Taxi

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Taxi. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Flight ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A taxi ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 143.24. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 11.21.

How far is Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 1 from Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 1 to Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3. Your trip will be a total of 91 miles (146 km). The flying distance is 91 miles (146 km).

How long does it take to get from Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 1 to Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3?

The travel time from Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 1 to Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3 can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 3 to 28 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 1 to Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3?

The cost of the trip from Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 1 to Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3 varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is GreenBus (กรีนบัส (รถเขียว)): travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 11.21 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a taxi - a one-way taxi ticket can cost as much as USD 143.24.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 1 to Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3:

  • Bus tickets - USD 11.21 to USD 17.02;
  • Plane tickets - USD 68.62 to USD 235.08;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 85.26 to USD 143.24.

How many trips per day are there between Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 1 and Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • Buses start plying the route from 07:30 - you can also take a bus as late as 08:00. There are 11 available bus trips every day.
  • Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Chiang Rai to Chiang Mai any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Chiang Rai to Chiang Mai. While it’s often the most expensive option, tool, occasionally you can grab promotional tickets for more or less the price of a train or a ferry ticket. Normally, the minimum you need to pay for a Plane ticket is USD 68.62.

Things to remember before boarding a plane:

  • It’s recommended to book a ticket in advance and check-in online. This way, you can save over 2 hours at the airport, and if your seat selection is on a first come first served basis you will have more options to choose from.
  • Getting through security checks may take some time - it’s recommended to get to the airport at least 1.5 hours in advance.

Airlines flying from Chiang Rai to Chiang Mai

Nok Air (นกแอร์), Thai AirAsia (แอร์เอเชีย), Thai Airways, Thai Smile (ไทยสมายล์), Thai Vietjet (ไทยเวียดเจ็ทแอร์)

Buses

Taking a bus from Chiang Rai to Chiang Mai is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

  • If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
  • As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
  • While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.

Taxi

Catching a cab is the easiest way to get from Chiang Rai to Chiang Mai. It allows you to tailor-make your trip, plan all the detours and see all the places you want. You can choose the type and the size of your car as well to be as comfortable as you'd like to.

Depending on the route, it might cost as much as USD 85.26.

Things to remember: It's a good idea to follow the route on Google Maps or any other GPS navigator..

The most popular transport from Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 1 to Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 1 to Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 98% decided to go for a bus.
  • 1% Other

Transportation from Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 1 to Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3

Facts about the transport from Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 1 to Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3

Cheapest Transport$12
Fastest Transport2h 55m
Earliest Departure7:30 AM
Latest Departure8:45 PM
Departures per day14
Distance146 kilometers
Transport CompaniesGreenBus, Nok Air, Thai Airways, Thai Vietjet, Than Car Service